Possibly miralax (polyethylene glycol):
The color of this poo is normal and nothing to worry about. What dose of miralax (polyethylene glycol) did he get? It would not be unusual for miraax to cause several days of loose stools. Is his belly distended? Any blood in the stool? Any exposures to reptiles or family members cooking chitlins? Another alternative to miralax (polyethylene glycol) is mineral oil to soften stools without the associated "blowouts" we see with miralax (polyethylene glycol).
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Yes:
Miralax (polyethylene glycol) is probably the most commonly used medicine for constipation in pediatrics. Pediatricians and pediatric gastroenterologists use it for children even younger than your child. I would recommend discussing with your pediatrician the dosage, the length of expected treatment and when your doctor wishes to see your child back for a recheck.
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INGESTIONS:
As long as he is not vomiting, there is no abdominal distention or he is not in pain, watchful waiting. Make sure he drinks enough fluid. Avoid fried, fatty/oily/cheesy food; give more leafy vegetables, some prune juice. If not comfortable, check with his pediatrician.
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Referral to Peds:
Your 3 year old could have an infectious diarrhea that needs to be treated. The problem could also be in what and how you are feeding your child. Miralex is generally prescribed for occasional constipation in kids. I think this is serious enough to have your child examined by a Family Doctor or Pediatrician as soon as possible because of possible dehydration and malnutrition problems.
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Yes:
The simple answer is 'yes'. Without a given timeline (when was the 'GI bug', last BM...) and specific details (what is the child eating/drinking...) it's difficult to provide much guidance. Your child's doctor will be able to ask these questions and more, they will be able to do a hands-on physical exam and better determine the best intervention if necessary.
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Usually OK:
I would see the pediatrician first and discuss the constipation issue. If you have not already tried start with apple juice/prune juice, try more fruits and vegetables before trying other meds.
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Constipation:
Increasing water intake and increasing fiber intake are good ideas. You can give 1/2 of the dose of Miralax, but why not try something a little more child friendly? There are fiber gummies, or my personal favorite, Bush's baked beans. Half cup a day.
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Constipation causes:
Common causes of constipation are dietary. Sit down and write out all the foods you have eaten over the past week or two. Eliminate all the grains: rice, barley, oats; also milk, bananas, apples. Within a few days your stool should soften dramatically. You don't want to become laxative dependent. You may have megacolon. See a gastroenterologist.
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Laxatives:
Laxatives are usually used in addition to eating high fiberdiet to help regulate bowel movement. There have been recent studies tring to identify if there is association between obessive compulsive disorder and tremor and laxatives. Still the jury is out. Constipation need to be treated with behavioral modifications to help trigger children to go to the bath around the same time every day
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Chocolate frosting:
Mix the medicine (s) into a large dollop of chocolate frosting. Give her the resulting mixture on a spoon to completion. Good luck -- not easy having a child with a chronic illness.
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Yes:
Since it is basically a wetting agent and not a true laxative, its actions are benign. I have used it in a monitored setting for a year with no problems, though most will respond to a good bowel rehab program in 6 months or less.
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Constipation:
Is your little one drinking formula or breast milk? Infants fed breast milk sometimes go many days without a bowel movement. If stools are not firm and there is no significant straining, it is usually safe to watch & wait up to one week. I am not aware of recommended dosage guidelines for Miralax (polyethylene glycol) in a young infant. Other options: prune or pear juice, mineral oil or glycerin suppositories.
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Increase fluids:
Most important to constipation is to make sure the child is getting plenty of fluids. At 12 months, can add a few ounces of water to daily milk intake, and if stools are harder than normal, a few ounces of juice can be added from a cup as well. Don't get into habit of juice from a bottle. Add extra fiber to diet. If persists, talk to doc about what meds may help, like miralax- can be very helpful!
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More miralax (polyethylene glycol):
Talk to your doctor, but if she is still constipated on MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) she may need a higher dose of miralax (polyethylene glycol). If she is eating fiber bars make sure she is drinking plenty of water. She should also sit on the toilet for at least 15 minutes after each meal. Get her a foot stool so it is more comfortable to sit on the toilet that long. If all that doesn't help, she should see a pediatric GI doctor.
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Stomachache:
Did the x-ray show impacted stools? Is he regular going to the bathroom? Does he hold his poops? During the day, he's probably too busy and isignoring the pain. With the history you have supplied, his doctor has probably examined him. It looks like he is constipated. Continue giving him the MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) but add more fluids (water, prune juice) and fiber (fruits, vegetables, cereals, bran).
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Dietary, lifestyle &:
Psychosocial issues contribute to chronic functional constipation in school-age kids, See m.hopkinsmedicine. Org/healthlibrary/conditions/pediatrics/constipation_in_children_90, P01986/. If abdominal X-ray shows the need, oral Golytely is given for "clean-out", then daily Miralax (polyethylene glycol) for at least 6 mos. Vomiting may also be stress-related; rarely a GI disease can cause both. See a Pediatric GI doctor.
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Go for exam:
You've done as much as possible on your own. Now it is time for a professional to do a good exam and offer treatment. Don't wait. Chronic constipation can cause other problems including appendix infection, etc. Get to a clinic or doctor now.
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Time for consult:
If your PCP has not been able to explain this issue to your satisfaction, contact a pediatric Gastroenterologist or developmental pediatrician. Basically, if the kid makes 5oz of poo/day and only empties 4, they are retain enough to overstretch the colon and make it unable to empty properly. Chronic pain is common. Rehabilitation can take 6mo to a year with a good program.
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I recommend 2.5-5 ml:
But this depends a little on the size of your baby. Preschool children easily tolerate 1 cap full, which is 17 grams (about a tablespoon or 15ml). If dose is not effective in 8-12 hours, a repeat dose may be given until stool is soft. Too large a dose will cause diarrhea and can potentially cause dehydration, so be sure to offer fluids.
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Cysto and ultrasound:
You need more work up. You could have an anatomical problem like a stricture or even something you were born with that gets worse. Your urologist should do a cystoscopy, renal ultrasound and maybe VCUG.
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